Dear Friends and Colleagues,

It is a great pleasure for us to announce that the Smart Manufacturing Forum (SMF-2021) will be held from August 26-28, 2021 in Dalian, China. 

SMF-2021 aims to strengthen the technical and business ties in intelligent manufacturing industries and provide a stimulating platform for researchers, scientists, engineers and practitioners to present their latest research findings, ideas, developments and applications in all aspects of Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, 4D Printing, and Additive Manufacturing, IT and ICT, Advanced Materials. After months' preparation by the organizing committee, we are proposing the ambitious and unique program which includes Opening Ceremony, Industrial Leadership Forum, World Academician Forum, High-end Leadership Dialogue, Parallel Forums, High-level overseas talent, and product research seminar, International Talent Intelligence Project Road Show, International Cooperation Forum and Project Matchmaking, Exhibition of Industry-Academia-Research Cooperation, Exhibition of High-tech, scientific and technological achievements and Welcome Banquet. The goals are to Provide a lasting platform to fuel future talents and innovators for enterprises, universities, scientific research institutes, and public institutions. 

In addition to the exciting program, you will be able to enjoy the culture and sights of Dalian. Dalian is a beautiful, modern and bustling city in Northern China. It has gorgeous parks and a lovely surrounding coastline, furthermore, the city is famous for seafood as well, and Autumn is the most pleasant season for a visit. Beyond above, there would be also an opportunity to travel to other Chinese cities and present lectures. 

We look forward to meeting you in Dalian, China! 

Sincerely Yours,

Xiaodan Mei, Ph.D. Executive Chair of SMF-2021 President of BIT Congress Inc.